Biography

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Dr. Chi Yee Choi is Consultant at the Department of Surgery, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital, Hong Kong SAR. She is also the Division Head of the Division of Head and Neck, Endocrine, and Breast Surgery of the Hospital.

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Dr. Choi obtained her undergraduate medical degree from the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine of The University of Hong Kong. Following the attainment of her Fellowship, she pursued overseas training at world-renowned institutions, including the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA, the University of Heidelberg in Germany, and the Police Hospital in Thailand.

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Dr. Choi’s clinical practice focuses on cosmetic thyroid surgery, head and neck cancer surgery, and oncoplastic breast reconstruction. Her dedication to trailblazing surgical techniques and improving patient outcomes has earned her recognition as a pioneer in her field. She is particularly known for her work in promoting minimally invasive and robotic surgical approaches, which have transformed patient care in Hong Kong and beyond.

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A passionate advocate for professional collaboration and education, Dr. Choi is a founding member of several prestigious surgical societies, including the Hong Kong Thyroid Society, the Hong Kong Endocrine Surgery Society, and the Hong Kong Robotic Surgery Society. Her commitment to advancing surgical knowledge is further demonstrated through her active involvement in academic activities, including the publication of research in international journals and contributions to book chapters.

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In her role as Deputy Director of the Hong Kong East Cluster Minimal Access Surgery Training Centre, Dr. Choi plays a pivotal role in training the next generation of surgeons. She regularly organizes local and international symposiums, fostering the exchange of knowledge and the adoption of cutting-edge surgical techniques. Her efforts have significantly raised awareness and promoted the latest advances in thyroid and parathyroid surgery, benefiting both patients and the medical community.